Join the VET SIG April meeting. 📅Date: Wednesday, 15 April ⏱️Time: 6:00 PM AEST (Please check your relevant time zone). This is a free event offered online via Microsoft Teams. Register here: https://cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretariat/sig-vet #IPC #SterileProcessing #VetEd #VetIPC #OneHealth

Today is International Day of Sterilisation Sciences - recognising the teams who ensure every surgical instrument & device is safe before reaching a patient. Explore our Reprocessing of Reusable Medical Devices series with Terry McAuley 🎬 https://tinyurl.com/5dxcxmy7

Our World Hand Hygiene Day resources are now available! We have some fantastic resources for you to use in your workplace or community. Print them out, display them, and have some fun! 🔗https://www.acipc.org.au/world-hand-hygiene-day-2026/ #ACIPC #IPC #WHHD #HandHygiene #ActionSavesLives

April's NCAS webinar will focus on Primary Care. Date: Wednesday 15 April 2026 Time: 8.30AM AEST Host: Dr Matt Suen With guest speakers from the Department of General Practice and Primary Care, The University of Melbourne Register now at: https://www.ncas-australia.org/seminar-series @NCAS_Aus #AMS

The ACIPC office will be closed from Friday, 3 April for the Easter long weekend. We will be back in the office on Tuesday, 7 April. We wish everyone a happy and safe Easter period.

Scabies in Residential Care: Identification, Management, and Outbreak Control Presenter: Carrie Spinks Guest Speaker: Yvonne Andrews Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_movKx0yaTOqzk6Zw9E8h8w

Interested in completing the Foundations of IPC course? You could win a scholarship to reimburse the cost of your fees. The Dr Joan Faoagali Award is open for ACIPC members. More info: https://www.acipc.org.au/awards/dr-joan-faoagali-awards/

Our March newsletter is now available. Don't miss out on this month's edition of IPC News. #IPC #InfectionPreventionAndControl #ACIPC #IPCNews https://www.acipc.org.au/ipc-news/

World Hand Hygiene Day is on 5 May 2026 🧼 Theme: Action Saves Lives New resources coming soon — posters, games, puzzles & more to support your workplace. Available 8 April → stay tuned! #WHHD26 #WorldHandHygieneDay #ActionSavesLives

Join the first Acute Prehospital IPC SIG meeting 📅 8 April 2026 | ⏰ 12–1pm AEST (online) Connect with IPC professionals in ambulance & retrieval settings, share challenges, and help shape future priorities. Register: https://cdesign.eventsair.com/.../sig-ap-ipc/Site/Register

Call for abstracts now open! We invite you to submit an abstract for presentation at ACIPC26. Theme: From Knowledge to Action: Delivering Impact in Infection Prevention & Control. More information: https://acipcconference.com.au/abstracts/ Call for abstracts close 29 May 2026.

Registration now open! Join us 8–11 Nov 2026 at Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre or online. Connect with IPC experts, peers & suppliers across Australasia. Early bird ends 1 Oct: https://acipcconference.com.au/registration/ #ACIPC26 #IPC #ExperienceGoldCoast

Last chance to register for IPC Tour 2026! Join experts to explore trends, gaps & practical solutions. Hobart 9 Apr | Melbourne 21 Apr | Sydney 29 Apr | Perth 1 May | Adelaide 5 May | Brisbane 8 May Places limited: https://tinyurl.com/ytzat4ke #ACIPC #GAMAHealthcare

A coalition of leading medical and public health organizations, including IDSA, announced a federal court has issued a preliminary injunction staying Sec. Kennedy’s changes to the childhood vaccine schedule and CDC ACIP appointments. Press release: https://bit.ly/4cMSZid

Interested in influenza? Curious about Chikungunya? Explore our Bug Library – a collection of our Bug of the Month articles from IPC News, covering symptoms, transmission, treatment and more. Browse here: https://www.acipc.org.au/resources/bug-library/ #IPC #PublicHealth #Pathogens

ACIPC members are invited to the Sustainability SIG meeting 📅 Wed 25 March | 🕛 12 PM AEDT | Online Hear from Kylie Taylor & Patricia Knight on the NSW Net Zero Infection Prevention Hub & progress toward climate-resilient IPC services. Register: https://tinyurl.com/4whfy98u

You are warmly invited to the Vascular Access Special Interest Group (VASIG) meeting on Wednesday, 18 March at 3:00 PM AEDT. Topic: Bundles, Guidelines, and Next Steps for the VASIG Register: https://cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretariat/sig-va/Site/Register

You are warmly invited to attend the upcoming Paediatric SIG meeting on Tuesday, 24 March at 2:00 PM AEDT. Topic: “Improving Hand Hygiene Compliance in Paediatric Critical Care to reduce Healthcare-associated infections" Register here: https://tinyurl.com/28ddhwvv

ATAGI has released its 2026 seasonal flu vaccine guidance, outlining updates to vaccine formulations &dosing. NCIRS has also refreshed its flu resources. For more information and links click here: https://ncirs.org.au/2026-influenza-vaccine-changes-atagi-advice-and-ncirs-resources

March's NCAS webinar will focus on Paediatrics. Date: Wednesday 18 March 2026 Time: 8.30AM AEDT Host: Josephine Wen Speakers: A/Prof Brendan McMullen, A/Prof Penelope Bryant Register now at: https://tinyurl.com/2w9vum9j @NCAS_Aus #AMS

This #InternationalWomensDay (8 March) we celebrate the incredible women in IPC. Your expertise and dedication protect patients, support healthcare workers and keep communities safe every day. Thank you. #IWD2026 #WomenInHealthcare #IPC #BalanceTheScales

The ACIPC office will be closed on Monday, 9 March 2026 for the Eight Hours Day public holiday. We will return on Tuesday, 10 March 2026.

Western Australians are warmly invited to attend the WA SIG meeting on 19 March, 7:00–9:00 AM (AWST). 📍 Grace Vaughan House, Shenton Park or online via Teams Topic: IPC Outside the Box Free for WA members and non-members. Register: https://cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretariat/sig-wa/Site/Register

Diagnostic Stewardship - from swab to requisition Presenter: Carrie Spinks Guest Speaker: Jim Gauthier Join us for this free webinar, to register please click the link below: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ms_0BH-wTIuUzhJZZD2vuQ#/registration

Are you involved in testing for HIV & hepatitis? Our next Blood Borne Virus Testing Course starts 17 July 2026. This course is suitable for healthcare practitioners who perform testing in all healthcare settings Cost: $350 Book here: https://tinyurl.com/3m346tbx

Today is #RareDiseaseDay. 300 million people worldwide live with a rare disease. There are 6,000+ rare diseases — 72% are genetic and 70% begin in childhood. Let’s advocate for equitable access to diagnosis, treatment, care and inclusion. #MoreThanYouCanImagine #HealthEquity

Our February newsletter is now available. Don't miss out on this month's edition of IPC News. #IPC #InfectionPreventionAndControl #ACIPC #IPCNews https://www.acipc.org.au/ipc-news/

ACIPC has signed a new MOU with the Pacific Community (SPC) to strengthen IPC capacity across the Pacific. Together, we’ll support IPC education, workforce development & stronger, safer health systems across the region. #ACIPC #InfectionPrevention #PacificHealth #Collaboration

Join GAMA Healthcare + ACIPC for a focused, in-person workshop. 📍 Hobart 9 Apr | Melbourne 21 Apr | Sydney 29 Apr Perth 1 May | Adelaide 5 May | Brisbane 8 May Places limited - register now: https://tinyurl.com/ytzat4ke #ACIPC #GAMAHealthcare #IPC

Book now for our April Short Course in Infection Prevention and Control in Aged Care Settings. It's designed to provide staff with the fundamental principles of IPC practice as they apply to aged care settings. Cost: $500 Book here: https://www.acipc.org.au/education/short-course/

Join the VIC SIG February meeting. 🗓️ Friday, 27 Feb 2026 | Time: 8 to 9AM (AEDT) The Royal Children’s Hospital,, Melbourne + online Topic: The use of infographics to enhance reporting IPC data Register: https://cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretariat/vic-sig/Site/Register ACIPC members only

Join the SA SIG meeting 🗓️ Thu 26 Feb 2026 | 7:30–8:30am ACST Royal Adelaide Hospital + online via Teams Topic: Value, Vigilance & Vaccination — using 2025 insights to shape a smarter 2026 flu campaign. Register: https://cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretariat/sig-sa/Site/Register

Rural, Regional & Remote IPC professionals — join the inaugural RRR SIG meeting! 📅 26 Feb | 3:00pm AEDT | Free via Zoom Connect, advocate & help shape equitable IPC support beyond metro centres. Register: https://cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretariat/sig-rrr/Site/Register #RuralHealth #IPC

Register now: Lunch & Learn webinar on Friday, 27 February at 12pm AEDT. Topic: Applied Digital Technologies in IPC Education: Practical Training Solutions Presenter: Dr Claudio Corvalan Diaz To register for this webinar, please click the link below: https://tinyurl.com/y4ep624j

February's NCAS webinar will focus on Animal Health. Date: Wednesday 18 February 2026 Time: 8.30AM AEDT Host: Prof James Gilkerson Speakers: Prof Denis Verwilghen, Dr Mauricio Coppo Register now at: https://tinyurl.com/2w9vum9j @NCAS_Aus #AMS

The ACIPC office will be closed on Monday, 9 February 2026, for the Regatta Day public holiday. We will return on Tuesday, 10 January 2026.

New ACIPC short course in 2026: IPC during construction, renovation & maintenance in healthcare facilities. Ideal for IPC professionals, clinical leaders, quality & safety staff, & facilities & engineering teams. EOIs now open. https://tinyurl.com/yvzhvp73 #IPC #HealthcareSafety

Early Bird now open for APSIC 2026! 30 Jul–2 Aug 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Theme: Innovation, Collaboration & Resilience in IPC Workshops, symposia, global experts + networking. Early Bird closes 31 May | Abstracts close 1 Mar 👉 https://www.apsic2026.my/ #APSIC2026 #IPC

Our January newsletter is now available. Don't miss out on this month's edition of IPC News. #IPC #InfectionPreventionAndControl #ACIPC #IPCNews https://www.acipc.org.au/ipc-news/

WHO EPI-WIN webinar: Ready & Resilient — Community Social Protection for Preparedness & Response. Learn how equity-focused, approaches strengthen resilience across health, livelihoods, education & food security. 🗓 29 Jan, 11pm AEDT 🔗 Register: https://tinyurl.com/54msdfe7

World Leprosy Day | 25 Jan 2026 Leprosy is curable with free, effective treatment. The real challenge is stigma — driven by fear and misinformation — which stops people seeking care. End stigma. End leprosy. #WorldLeprosyDay #EndStigma #LeprosyIsCurable #IPC

The ACIPC office will be closed on Monday 26 January 2026 for the Australia Day public holiday. We will be back in the office on Tuesday 27 January.

Veterinary IPC Professionals - join us for the inaugural VET SIG meeting! 🗓 Wed 4 Feb | 🕖 7pm AEDT 💻 Zoom | FREE 🔍 Reprocessing of shared items + implications of AS 5369:2023 🎤 Carol Bradley 👉 Register: https://cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretariat/sig-vet #VetIPC #IPC #ACIPC

Registration now open for ESPID2026! 1-5 June 2026 Bologna & Online Book now for a week of innovation in paediatric infectious diseases. Connect, share, and shape the future of child health. Website: https://espidmeeting.org/ #ESPID2026

The 2026 ACIPC International Conference is being held in Gold Coast, Queensland and online. 📅 Sunday 8 - Wednesday 11 November 2026. More information will be released via the conference website as planning proceeds. #ACIPC26 #IPC

Registered yet for our joint webinar with IPS? 📅Wednesday 21 January 2026 8PM AEDT Topic: Sustainability in IPC Speakers: Graham Pike, Holly Slyne, Susan Whyte & Carla DeMarco Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #ACIPC #IPS #SustainableHealthcare

The new Australian Centre for Disease Control (CDC) commenced operation on 1 January 2026. ACIPC recognises the importance of a national CDC; the exclusion of IPC as a recognised specialty risks undermining public health. 📄 ACIPC’s position statement: https://tinyurl.com/23rjad29

Make 2026 your year of professional development with ACIPC. Courses, free webinars, aged care IPC series + practical resources you can use every day. Sustainability in IPC webinar with IPS — 21 Jan 🔗 https://www.acipc.org.au/acipc-ips-joint-sustainability-in-ipc-webinar/ #ACIPC #IPC